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Juno, Minerva and Venus Dispatching Mercury with the Apple of Discord, c
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Juno, Minerva and Venus Dispatching Mercury with the Apple of Discord, c
HEH416423 Juno, Minerva and Venus Dispatching Mercury with the Apple of Discord, c.1718 (oil on canvas) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734); 32.7x20 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; (add.info.: goddess Eris was to award the golden apple to the fairest at the wedding of Peleus and Theris, instigating the dispute that led to the Judgement of Paris; ); eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23160018
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Aphrodite Arguing Argument Athena Competition Deities Disagreement Heaven Hera Hermes Messenger Reclining Rococo Vanity Wisdom Goddesses
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This print captures the intense moment when Juno, Minerva, and Venus dispatch Mercury with the Apple of Discord. Painted by James Thornhill in 1718, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 32.7x20 cm and is housed at the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. The scene depicts a pivotal event from Greek mythology where goddess Eris was tasked with awarding the golden apple to the fairest at Peleus and Theris' wedding. Little did they know that this seemingly innocent act would ignite a fierce dispute leading to the infamous Judgement of Paris. In this baroque composition, we witness an argument unfolding among these powerful deities. The female figures exude wisdom and beauty while reclining amidst heavenly clouds. Their expressions reflect both vanity and determination as they vie for possession of the coveted apple. Mercury stands as a messenger caught between their heated competition. His presence adds a sense of urgency to this classical tableau as he prepares to deliver the apple that will ultimately shape destiny itself. Thornhill's meticulous attention to detail brings forth each deity's unique characteristics - Aphrodite's allure, Athena's strength, Hera's regality - all beautifully rendered within a rococo aesthetic. As you gaze upon this painting from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, immerse yourself in its rich symbolism exploring themes of love, power struggles, and divine intervention. Let your imagination wander into ancient mythological realms where even gods
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